Cassie Peake
Preschool Teacher
Ferndale,MI
Summary
- Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
- Early Childhood Educator devoted to successfully preparing children for a full educational career. Committed to teaching students good studying habits at young ages. Attends professional development seminars, faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences to remain connected to the needs of children and parents.
- Preschool Teacher with engaging nature and enthusiasm for classroom education. Experienced and trained in varying teaching methods with goal to fulfill each student's individual learning needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Preschool Teacher
David Ellis Academy
Detroit, MI
08.2021 - Current
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Assisted and supervised (16) children through entire school day.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
Teacher
Matrix Human Services
Detroit, MI
10.2014 - 08.2021
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
Grace Montessori
Teacher Aid
Detroit, MI
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Inkster High School
Inkster, MI 09.2008 - 06.2009
Associate of Arts - Early Education
Oakland Community College
Southfield, MI 09.2010 - 09.2012
Skills
Head Start programs
undefinedTimeline
Preschool Teacher
David Ellis Academy
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Matrix Human Services
10.2014 - 08.2021
Associate of Arts - Early Education
Oakland Community College
09.2010 - 09.2012
Grace Montessori
Teacher Aid
08.2010 - 08.2011
High School Diploma -
Inkster High School
09.2008 - 06.2009
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